Application Engineer

Gi Group; Codnor CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join their team in Nottingham. In this role, you will develop a strong understanding of electrical engineering systems and support the engineering team by producing technical designs for electrical assemblies. Responsibilities include coordinating with manufacturing teams, acting as a technical point of contact for clients, and ensuring compliance with company standards. The position offers opportunities for career advancement within a respected engineering environment and a competitive salary with benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Dynamic engineering environment

Qualifications

• Experience in applications engineering or a similar technical discipline.
• Ability to work closely with clients and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal understanding of electrical systems.
• Produce detailed technical designs for electrical assemblies.
• Ensure electrical builds meet specifications and quality standards.
• Act as a technical point of contact for customers.
• Coordinate procurement activities.
• Compile engineering data for invoicing.
• Represent the company in client meetings.
• Manage engineering orders within budget and schedule.
• Comply with the Business Management System.

Skills

Experience in electrical engineering

Excellent communication skills

Good organizational abilities

Proactive, solution-focused mindset

Job description

Applications Engineer

Location: Nottingham

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Hours: 37.5 per week

Join a Leading UK Manufacturer of Bespoke Electronic Components

Are you an experienced Applications Engineer looking to develop your career within a specialist electrical engineering environment? We're seeking an Applications Engineer to join a UK manufacturer that designs and produces tailored electrical distribution and control assemblies for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and public‑sector applications.

You'll be part of a business that delivers high‑quality engineered electrical products through complete in‑house processes - from initial concept design through to manufacturing, testing, and client delivery. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technical, collaborative setting and enjoys working closely with customers and internal engineering teams.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing a strong understanding of internal electrical engineering systems, processes, and applications.
• Supporting the engineering team by producing detailed technical designs and contract‑specific documentation for electrical assemblies.
• Working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure electrical builds meet agreed specifications, quality standards, and safe working practices.
• Acting as a technical point of contact for customers, supporting clear communication throughout the lifecycle of each project.
• Coordinating procurement and purchasing activities with internal departments, ensuring correct materials and components are ordered.
• Compiling accurate engineering and project data to support timely invoicing.
• Representing the company in client meetings, technical discussions, and occasional out‑of‑hours activities following Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Managing engineering orders to ensure projects remain within budget, on schedule, and delivered to the expected specification and quality levels.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in full compliance with the company’s Business Management System.

The Person

• Experience in electrical engineering, applications engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with clients and internal teams.
• Good organisational abilities with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, solution‑focused mindset and a commitment to high‑quality engineering work.

What they Offer

• A chance to work within a respected engineering team delivering bespoke electrical systems.
• Exposure to varied and technically engaging electrical engineering projects.
• Clear progression opportunities across engineering, project delivery, or technical leadership.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking to advance your career within a dynamic electrical engineering environment and support the delivery of high‑quality, custom‑engineered electrical solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to power your next career step.